Prices

titus · #1 12-26-2005, 11:52 PM

Hello,

Andy, thanks for inquiring about this. Tony was right in that we are trying to be as open as possible and he is also correct in that we have problems with members posting on businesses behalf. That explains why we keep a watchful eye on some of the posts.

Now, to answer your question about group orders and posting prices, it is allowed. However, it will be subjected to our discretion. For example, recently a member (not new but relatively new) posted a series of group buy threads for both livestock and hardware. But majority of the members commented that it's actually more than what their LFSes are selling for. This explains why we watch some of the threads and sometimes will take action on it.

So we all do our job to the best of our abilities. And try to keep as many people happy as possible. As for your suggestion to being a donating member for more features, please let me know what exactly what features you have in mind.

Titus

AndyL · #2 12-27-2005, 05:08 PM

Various boards offer various different solutions, that'd be something you'd have to look at, as I can't comment - not knowing what your software will allow you to do.

Most boards give a nice little tag under the avatar saying "supporting member". We all know RC's search feature is only accessible to non supporting members during non peak hours (3am works good!). More storage in photo albums - (this one drives me nuts on canreef, seems i'm always pruning). Some even require it to have an avatar...

What the board allows, and what the members want - I can't comment on. I can't speak for everyone.

Andy

titus · #3 12-28-2005, 11:11 AM

Hello,

Thanks for the feedback. I have been thinking of the supporting member feature but haven't gotten around to implementing it yet. I hear you on the photo prune issue.

Titus

geopod · #4 12-28-2005, 05:34 PM

I do appologize mods for posting the price but I was just doing what I thought was ok.A LFS bred and raised... had a sale and I was just mentioning it.I didnt realize they needed to pay for being a sponsor. I am no way affiliated in,with any LFS at all.Everyone here knows me and that I work in the military.Mind you sometimes working at some of these stores you may catch some good deals or two...But I understand what Tony,Titus and Andy is sayng. I actually agree with everyone and cant really take a side.But I know you have a job to do and have a board to run and yes it does cost money.I will respect that and leave it at that. By the way who are all the sponsors for this site? I was trying to find the sponsor link.,I may have passed over it a few times looking for it.

George

Tarolisol · #5 12-28-2005, 06:32 PM

I dont have anything to say about the price posting post, but i really want a supporting member deally, I always wanted one on reefcentral but never liked reefcentral as much as canreef. I just want the little picture

Plus some extra features would be nice.

michika · #6 02-05-2006, 04:39 AM

I really do have to agree with Andy regarding his request for a clearly stated rule. I know there is a basic user agreement when you sign up for the board, but honestly, how many of us really do remember it from way back when?

Maybe stickies could be included at the top of every section of the board denoting the rules of posting. Or maybe include it in the blue bar that lists User CP, FAQ, etc.

Many of us who are posting prices etc, may not know any better. I personally didn't know anything about a no price posting rule until I read this thread.

As for donating for special privledges/services, I'd be worried of the boards eventual growth causing some of the issues that we're noticing on other boards, e.g. search engine availablilty on Canreef. If you were to "privitize" certain services, I would suggest that they be features that go above and beyond what everyone can access as a non-paying member. For example, extra gallery space, larger mailboxes, or more ability to customize the displays and board color schemes.

My guess is that the best way to find out what people want for additional features would be to put it to a free vote. Everyone could have their say in what works for them. In the mean time, an offical post from the moderators of what goes and what doesn't might be helpful to prevent any further "oppsies" on our part.

kellehar · #7 02-05-2006, 05:18 AM

I also have to agree with andy on this. As I have had posts deleted for being advertizing in nature. I dont work for any fish store. Im the same as geopod in the military. Just a little bit frustrating. Anyways not trying to be a jerk just confused on what should and shouldnt be sensored.